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To Choose: The correct option.
Answer to Problem 8STP
Correct option is (B).
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Mass of the child,
Mass of the tire,
Tension in the rope,
Gravitational acceleration,
Formula used:
Where,
Calculation:
Total mass of the system is:
Net force can be calculated as:
Conclusion:
The value of the normal force being exerted on the child’s feet is
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